@officialsaa01: Barcelona’s defensive problems are primarily down to the board. The back line already had clear issues and lapses last season, but what we are seeing now, with all the criticism being directed at Gerard Martín as if he is the disaster and the reason behind everything, is simply ridiculous. Martín is not a terrible defender. He is a good player who has produced plenty of excellent moments. But you cannot put all that pressure on him, make him a starter in a position that is not his natural position, and then expect him to deliver perfect performances that take the pressure off Cubarsí. He is doing what he can and, in many situations, even more than expected given his ability and the circumstances he has been put in. The board should have gone into the summer transfer window and signed an experienced left sided centre back who could also provide leadership. That position is crucial to Flick’s system, especially when building from the back. You need a player who can make quick decisions and defend proactively. Failing to complete that signing left the team without a real solution. Martín is now the only option, while Flick is trying Christensen in that position. But even Christensen cannot be relied on for too many minutes because the club are understandably worried about a recurrence of his injury. What really bothers me about this whole situation is Cubarsí. He is producing incredible performances, but he genuinely deserves an experienced defender beside him who can take some of the pressure off his shoulders and lead the defense alongside him.

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